Saint Joseph on the Brandywine Founded 1841 Rectory 10 Old Church Road, Greenville, DE 19807 Office (302) 658-7017 Fax (302) 428-0639 www.stjosephonthebrandywine.org Rev. Msgr. Joseph F. Rebman, V.G., Pastor Fr. Christopher Coffiey, Associate Pastor; ccoffiey@yahoo.com Deacon Michael Stankewicz;MJStankewicz@comcast.net Parish & Pastoral Secretary: Francine A. Harkins; (302) 658-7017; f.harkins@verizon.net Bulletin Editor: f.harkins@verizon.net Bookkeeper: Laura G. Gibson 654-5565; bookstjoe@verizon.net DIRECTOR OF LITURGY & MUSIC Michael Marinelli (302) 777-5970; mamarinelli@comcast.net DIRECTOR OF ADULT & YOUTH CHOIRS Mary Ellen Schauber (302) 888-1556; meschauber@comcast.net ADULT FAITH FORMATION Peter C. Fulweiler, Sr.; (302) 652-2264; pcfulweiler@gmail.com COMMUNION MINISTER COORDINATOR Carolyn Mostyn (302) 559.7771 LECTOR COORDINATOR Loretta S. Carlson (302) 836-5883; lscarlson@mac.com PARISH COUNCIL EXECUTIVE OFFICER Mary Beth Russell (302) 463-9021; merussell78@comcast.net FINANCE COUNCIL EXECUTIVE OFFICER Eugene Julian (302) 239-6082 BUILDING & GROUNDS MANAGER Robert W. Spittle (302) 658-1018; rspittleofsjob@comcast.net ST. JOSEPH CEMETERIES (302) 658-7017 Family Center Director of Religious Education: Eva Marie Lyons (302) 656-7185; diredstjosephbrandywine1@verizon.net Religious Education Secretary: Linda T. Mondzelewski (302) 656-7185; assistreled@verizon.net Schedule of Liturgies SATURDAY VIGIL: 5:00 PM SUNDAY EUCHARISTS: 7:30 AM; 9:00 AM; 10:30 AM DAILY EUCHARISTS: 7 AM; 12:05 (Mon. - Fri.) 8:00 AM (Saturday) HOLY DAY EUCHARIST: As announced SICK CALLS: Anytime RECONCILIATION SERVICES: Saturdays: 4 to 4:45 PM; Anytime by appointment BAPTISMS: By appointment with at least one preparation session for new parents. WEDDINGS: Engaged couples wishing to marry in the church should contact a Parish Priest at least one year prior to the planned wedding date to begin the marriage preparation process. The year-long process includes diocesan pre-marriage classes and meetings with clergy. COUNCIL #15436: Council meets on the third Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m., Archives Building. Membership in the Knights of Columbus is open to men 18 years of age or older who are practicing Catholics. Contact Paul Thorson, 302-229- 5644, LTCThorson@gmail.com or John Strusowski, 302-753-2928, johnstru@comcast.net. FIRST SATURDAY DEVOTIONS: All are welcome to join the Knights of Columbus Council #15436 at the First Saturday of the month devotions to Our Lady of Fatima at 8 a.m. in the church. For all those especially dedicated to making supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgiving on behalf of God s people, that they will be strengthened in their vocations as priests, deacons and in the consecrated life, we pray to the Lord.
Religious Education Today is the beginning of our religious education year. Welcome Back! We begin our year with Family Day in the Family Center hall, parents and children together (this is not a drop off day!) for prayer, a family project, news about what s in store for the year, and a chance to meet the catechists who will teach your children. We ask God s special blessing on all of our catechists and assistants, and look forward to a wonderful year with all of you. Please call the religious ed office with any questions: 302-656-7185. Peace and every blessing, Eva Calling All Current & Interested Altar Servers Fr. Coffiey will be hosting two training sessions for current and newly interested Altar Servers on Sunday, October 6 th at 11:45 a.m. and Wednesday, October 9 th at 7 p.m. in the Church. These sessions will last approximately one hour. Altar serving is a special privilege and is open to responsible, astute, and mature young boys and girls who have AT LEAST made their First Holy Communion. It is also recommended that if you are a current Altar Server to attend, so you may brush up on your skills and be an example for the new servers. If you have questions or would like to register, please call Fr. Coffiey at the rectory 658.7017 or email at ccoffiey@yahoo.com. Today s second collection is taken in support of the diocesan tuition assistance program. Monies raised through this collection coupled with the diocese s tuition assistance endowment provides financial assistance to hundreds of deserving families who seek a Catholic education for their children but who cannot afford the full cost of tuition. If you are not prepared to contribute today, you may drop your contribution off at the parish office or place it in next week s collection basket. Visit the diocesan website at www.cdow.org/sharespirit.html. Pastor s Column GOD IS ON THE SIDE OF THE POOR Two of today s readings make it quite clear that God is on the side of the poor. Amos describes in detail the exploitation of the poor and needy. The psalm repeats that God acts to benefit the poor and lowly. But Luke turns things upside down, telling a tale of a conflicted steward, about to be fired, who demonstrates his cleverness and is rewarded. Like the community, to whom Paul writes in Timothy, these readings are personal, directed to believers, members of the Jewish and Christian communities, who struggle to deal with personal choices about how to conduct their lives. They offer an outline for how God wishes us to live in a world as complicated and as confusing as our own. Thank a Priest on Priesthood Sunday! Priesthood Sunday is the last Sunday in September. It is a time to show appreciation to our parish priests for all that they do for us. Is there a better way to say thank-you than to remember Father in prayer? You may pray for your parish priest, seminarian, or our Bishop. If you have unwanted or broken rosaries please place them in the basket as you enter the church. Thank you! We Offer Gluten Free Host If you have a medical condition that requires you to receive a gluten-free host, please let us know before Mass.
former Philadelphia Eagle, Kevin Reilly, will discuss his book, Tackling Life. After it airs, listen online anytime at www.cdow.org/catholicforum, October is observed as Respect Life Sunday. As Catholics, we are called to cherish, defend, and protect those who are most vulnerable, from the beginning of life to its end, and at every point in between. During the month of October, the Church asks us to reflect more deeply on the dignity of every human life. The Fall 40 Days for Life Campaign in Wilmington begins on Wed., Sep. 25th! Our kick-off event starts with Mass at the Cathedral (500 N. West St.) at 8 AM with Bishop Malooly presiding, and will continue at Planned Parenthood (625 N. Shipley St.) two blocks from there, from 9-10 AM. Bottles for Babies Campaign You will be able to fill a bottle during the month of October. Birthright is a non-profit charitable organization that has been providing love and support for over 45 years to women facing unplanned pregnancies. Birthright is supported by devoted volunteers and private donations. Blessing of Animals October 6 th @ 1 p.m. in the parking lot. Let us adore your pets with loving embrace of God and fill them with His blessings! You may bring your pet and/or a picture of them. The only love that you can provide for your pets that is greater than the one you give is the love that comes from our Lord. All are welcome! Catholic Forum every Saturday morning at 11:00 on Relevant Radio 640. Next Saturday, September 28 th, Mass Intentions Saturday, Sept. 21 5:00 p.m. Joseph Cannon by Mary Ellen Cannon Sunday, Sept. 22 7:30 a.m. Edmond S. Ianni by Edmond, Ann Marie, Katherine, Christine & Lauren 9:00 a.m. William Krienen II by the Krienen family 10:30 a.m. Charlie DesJardins by choir of St. Joseph on the Brandywine Monday, Sept. 23 7:00 a.m. Zach DeJene by Tsion Messick 12:05 p.m. Open intention Tuesday, Sept. 24 7:00 a.m For intentions of Eugene Julian from Francine Alisa Harkins 12:05 p.m. In memory of Captain Christopher Leach from the family Wednesday, Sept. 25 7:00 a.m. Elizabeth C. LaRocca by Sebastian LaRocca 12:05 p.m. Denis Curaan by Gene Dolan Thursday, Sept. 26 7:00 a.m. Joseph M. McGreever Bill Grubb 12:05 p.m. Francis Dolan by Gene Dolan Friday, Sept. 27 7:00 a.m. Mary Ellen Sullivan by Donal & Martha Sullivan 12:05 p.m. Joan Lukach by family Saturday, Sept. 28 8:00 a.m. Alexander Goyena Uy by Manny and Babes Devotta 5:00 p.m. James & Helen Grant & James & Diane Grant requested by his family Our food pantry volunteers wish to thank everyone for your generous donations. Donations received at St Joseph on the Brandywine are distributed to the St. Vincent de Paul Society of St. Catherine of Siena. The next collection will be Sept; 28 th & 29 th. We are seeking donations of: whole grain breakfast cereals, old fashioned oats, add water pancake mix, coffee, tea, low fat evaporated milk, flour, protein bars, dried fruits, nuts, peanut butter, jelly, low sodium hearty soups, canned meats and fish, rice and beans, pasta and crushed or diced tomatoes, canned lite fruit, natural low sugar applesauce, canned low sodium vegetables, olive oil or canola oil, bar soap, shampoo, toilet paper and toothpaste. Thank you for your support!
Freedom From Your Hurts, Hang-ups and Habits. Even if you consider yours resolved these situations could still prevent you from experiencing the freedom God has in mind for you. Join us for a small group study with discussion and a video teaching by Rick Warren. Tuesdays: September 10-October 29, 10-11:30am or 6:30-8pm. Holy Angels Church, Newark. Attendance at all sessions is not required. Contact 302-731-2219 or apress@holyangels.net Peace and many warm greetings from the children and the Sisters in Tanzania. The money we have received will be used towards the construction of the much needed cafeteria for the use of our children at St. John Vianney school/orphanage, Malowa, Moshi Diocese, Tanzania. Thank you again for your kind support and wishing you blessing of the Season. Sr. Mary Jennifer, AMSP. Ph.D, Mission Director. TRAVEL TO THE NATIONAL SHRINE OF OUR LADY OF CZESTOCHOWA Please join the Diocesan Vocations Guild and Father Christopher Coffiey on October 12 th as we travel to The National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa in Doylestown, Pa. There will be a tour of the Shrine by one of the Pauline Fathers, a fifteen minute movie about the Shrine, and time on your own to explore the grounds and visit the gift shop, etc. The cost of the pilgrimage is $30.00 per person for the bus and $15.00 for lunch. Or, you may brown bag your lunch. Contact Mary Gaworski @ 302-438-6969 after 3 p.m. or email: mares7963@aol.com for more information. BE A MENTOR! Red Clay public schools welcome mentors, adult friends who spend an hour each week with a child whose education is faltering for lack of self-esteem. You can change a life through your interest and encouragement. It is a witness to what we believe about Jesus: "Whoever welcomes one such child in my name, welcomes Me." To sign up, please contact Carol Backer at 302-690-9383. The music ministry of SJOB welcomes new members to participate as choir members, cantors, or instrumentalists in creating music for liturgy and special concerts through the academic year. Adult choir rehearsals are held regularly on Thursday evenings, 7:15-9:15 in the church choir loft. Rehearsals resume September 5. Interested new members should contact Mary Ellen Schauber, director of choirs, or Michael Marinelli, director of music and liturgy. Contact information is on the cover of the bulletin. Youth choir rehearsals are held Thursday evenings from 6:15-7:00 in the Family Center. Children in grades 2 through 9 are welcomed to participate. Weekly rehearsals can be somewhat flexible. Youth choir sings at the 9:00 AM mass once a month, and participate in special concerts with the parish. Contact Mary Ellen Schauber to register your child. SAINTS AND SPECIAL OBSERVANCES Sunday: Twenty-fifth Sunday in Ordinary Time Monday: St. Pius of Pietrelcina (Padre Pio); Autumn begins Thursday: Ss. Cosmas and Damian Friday: St. Vincent de Paul Saturday: St. Wenceslaus; Blessed Virgin Mary St. Lawrence Ruiz and Companions
St. Thomas More Society of the Diocese of Wilmington The 2019 Red Mass, sponsored by the St. Thomas More Society, will be held at 6:00 PM on Monday, October 7th at St. Joseph on the Brandywine Church. A complimentary dinner provided by Morris James, LLP will follow in the Church Hall. The Most Reverend W. Francis Malooly, Bishop of Wilmington, who will preside over the Mass, said the Red Mass reminds our lawyers and justices and all of us that we are to clearly live out our faith and its values in the public forum. Our public service is a direct imitation of Jesus, who was the Servant of all. I look forward to recommitting myself as we celebrate this year s Red Mass. Bishop John Barres, from the Diocese of Rockville Centre is the Homilist. The Red Mass refers to a Mass celebrated in the Roman Catholic Church for judges, prosecutors, attorneys, law school professors, students and government officials. The Mass requests guidance from the Holy Spirit for all who seek justice and offers them the opportunity to reflect upon their God-given power and responsibility in the legal profession. The Red Mass is celebrated annually throughout the United States, including the District of Columbia. The term Red Mass refers not only to the red vestments worn by Royal Judges, participating in the Pope s tribunal, but also to the traditional use of the color, red, as representation of the Holy Spirit. The history of the Red Mass dates to medieval France. Historians believe that the first Red Mass was celebrated around 1200; the first documented Red Mass was celebrated at the Cathedral of Paris in 1245. By 1310, the Red Mass had become a yearly tradition in England to commemorate the beginning of each new Court term. The tradition was adopted in the United States in the early 20th century and the St. Thomas More Society of the Diocese of Wilmington has sponsored a Red Mass annually since 1988. - https://www.stms-wilmington.org/the-red-mass Contact: Society s President Sean Haney, Esq. Phone: 281-3703 E-mail: SeanHaney@InterDigital.com
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